INTRODUCTION TO DRAKE CASINO

"Drake Casino is considered the leading gaming website, using software primarily from Betsoft Gaming means that it has amazing 3D slots as part of its rich collection. More than that, it is a popular choice in the US and in Europe, with a long history showing how reliable it is."

- Joshua Miller

Initial Impressions

If you are looking for a newer online casino that hasn't yet forgotten how to take care of their players (like many of those mega casino online sites seem to have) and also still accepts US players, consider Drake Casino. Having been online since 2012, they still may be one of the new kids on the block, but already have started turning heads with their impressive bonuses, loyalty programs, and a nice variety of games.

Players here are also able to play in a variety of formats including instantly on their computer and even through their mobile devices. In fact, not only can you play on a smartphone, but also on an iPad, Android, and just about any other Internet enabled mobile device (of course, your iPhone is also welcome here). The website is very easy to use, fast loading, and all the links go exactly where they are expected. In short, Drake Casino offers you a solid playing experience and the chance to win some large jackpot bonus awards. We invite you to check out the following Drake review to learn more.

Drake Casino Review

Software

"The software at Drake Casino provides something different to most popular online casinos in the industry. The downloadable version has been removed in order to focus more on the instant versions for desktop and mobile gaming. Fast loading times and cutting edge graphics are a couple of the many functions provided."

Software Rating

3.6/5

While the website doesn’t really aesthetically impress, the software is stable and can provide plenty of gaming options for customers who decide to join. The main software provider is Betsoft Gaming and some of the famous characters from its slots are shown on the promotional banner to welcome new players. There are also a handful of games from Arrow's Edge, a much smaller online casino game developer.

The casino software helps increase the rating for Drake Casino as there are various games which have been optimized for Apple and Android devices. These include popular slots and some table games which load quickly from a smartphone or a tablet device without the need to download additional apps.

Games

"The variety of games and styles in the collection at Drake Casino makes up for the lower number of titles when compared to other online casinos. It has something for everyone."

Games Rating

4.4/5

Great games are the hallmark of great casinos, and Drake Casino is no exception. Of course, you should keep in mind that while everything here is real money, this is not a mega casino with 1,000+ games. In fact, they have deliberately made things smaller, focusing on higher quality. Being able to choose from approximately 200 games that all work very well should be plenty of variety to keep players excited.

Almost everyone seems to enjoy slots, and you'll find the whole gamut here at Drake Casino. This means everything from classic three-reel slots, all the way up to the most modern 3D five-reel video slot machines with all the bells and whistles. There are even two dozen progressive jackpot slot machines that you should give a try, since a single well-placed spin could result in your attainment of instant millionaire status.

If you are more interested in classic casino offerings like blackjack and roulette, you will also enjoy it here. Not only will you find classic games, but a number of new twists on these (and other) favorites. Might we suggest trying the 22 burn blackjack—this one allows you to burn a single card that has already been dealt to you. Or, try the Zoom roulette for a completely new way of playing the game. Plus, there are high roller tables for those preferring high stakes.

This is really just a small taste of what Drake has in store for you. There is also baccarat, craps, scratch cards, and a bunch more. There are regularly scheduled tournaments that can be quite enjoyable to participate in for fun, or cash and prizes. If you like poker, they have multiple variations of video poker machines along with Caribbean poker, Caribbean stud poker, Let it Ride, Pai Gow poker, Oasis poker, Red Dog, Triple Edge Poker, and more.

Banking

"Drake Casino believes that online gaming should be about the thrills provided by the games. To this end, it makes the entire banking process easy, each transaction by listing popular methods has no fees and instant approvals."

Banking Rating

4.5/5

If you really get right down to it, one of the primary functions of an online casino is to move money in and out of their site. To this end, Drake offers players some of the most popular banking methods, available on both desktop and mobile devices.

The minimum deposit available at Drake is about $10, and even though they don't have a huge range of banking options, you can still be sure that your money will be transferred quickly and easily. Certainly, making a deposit is a lot easier than withdrawing, although this is the case with most casino online sites today.

The speed at which you receive your money depends on a number of things. This is one of the few areas where the Drake Casino seems to fall short, with their bank wire transfer withdrawal process taking up to 12 days for you to get your money. They do have a few other methods of withdrawal, some of which could be available in as little as 48 hours. Interestingly, most of those are also versions of wire transfers. Credit card cash back transfers are also possible, but also suffer from rejection rates and the possible need for performing additional identity verification (it involves faxing or emailing some documents).

The other problem here is that the site charges fees and imposes minimum and maximum amounts on your withdrawals. For example, a bank wire will cost at least $50, plus it needs to be a minimum of $100 (and a maximum of $3,000). There are additional rules, so be sure to check before initiating such a process.

Bonuses & Promotions

"The bonuses really help players see how great Drake Casino is and with thousands of dollars waiting after registering an account, the games look even more exciting. Large deposit bonuses, a rewarding loyalty program, and various promotions make this casino awesome."

Bonus Rating

4.6/5

Welcome Bonus

No more small casino bonuses for you, not at Drake Casino. The bottom line here is that whatever amount of cash you intend to deposit, Drake will double it through their 100% matched bonus. However, there are a few rules to remember. For starters, this encompasses your first three deposits. In fact, your initial deposit may be up to $2,000. Your second deposit can be up to $1,000, and your third up to an additional $2,000. Yes, you will be rewarded with a 100% bonus on all of these.

You should also keep in mind that you will need to make a certain amount of wagers before being able to withdraw any money after a bonus has been accepted. In the case of the bonus listed above, this will be 40 times the amount of your received free funds. However, there are a few other terms to be concerned about. First, only slots and scratch cards seem to count 100% toward satisfying these bonus terms. Other games will count anywhere from 5 to 25%, which can really inflate the amount of play needed to satisfy these rules.

Loyalty Program

Once you sign up at the Drake Casino, you will be automatically enrolled in the Drake Club, which is a six-level VIP program. This starts from day one and you will begin to accumulate loyalty points on virtually every game you play. The nice thing here is you really don't need to be a big player at the casino in order to start being rewarded for your action. You don’t even have to be at a desk to get these benefits since mobile gaming counts as well.

Your bonus points may be redeemed for extra credits in your casino account or exchanged for prizes and even sweepstakes entries. Of course, as you proceed up the various levels from Amber to Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond, you will see the rewards and other benefits become bigger and more frequent. What's happening is that the various levels require less and less real cash or real money play in order to earn bonus points. You can also like Drake Casino on Facebook or follow them on Twitter, tell customer support and you will earn 5,000 additional loyalty bonus points.

Promotions

You will also find some additional promotions offered here at Drake. For example, each week they tend to run special deposit bonuses. This is a great way for you to grab extra bonuses after your first three deposits have been made. Most of these will also be subject to the same terms and conditions as the bonuses listed above. From time to time, they will also email you about special promotions, mobile exclusives, and deals.

Currently, the Drake Casino also offers a weekly rebate on losses, run exactly as a cash back program. Currently, this is a 10% rebate, extended every Tuesday. Mobile casino players using their downloaded apps will receive a 50% rebate on their losses. Also, promotional offerings do tend to get changed or moved around from time to time, so you could see other cool promos put in their place.

Device Support

"Compatibility for the instant play version of Drake Casino is pretty good. Not only will players be able to bet on a PC or Mac, but they can also enjoy the freedom of mobile casino gaming on Apple and Android devices."

Devices Rating

3.9/5

Drake Casino offers a live instant play casino only. In other words, there is no complicated casino online software to worry about. You just pop the URL into your browser window, log in, and start playing. You will not need to have anything else crowding your computer or competing for resources.

The great news is that you will be able to play on virtually all mobile devices here at Drake including your Android cellphone, your Apple smartphone, and many other mobile platforms. Play on your iPhone or iPad, or just about any other device, through the instant version that loads quickly in the browser. Hit mobile slots like 'Mr. Vegas' and 'Three Wishes, famous for their 3D graphics we mentioned earlier from Betsoft and they work perfectly on touchscreens.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

"Drake Casino has a good team when it comes to providing customer support. While there are multiple contact options presented, live support is not available around the clock. This could become an issue in the future."

Support Rating

3.9/5

Service offered at Drake Casino is very good. In fact, they have all the traditional methods of support including email, telephone, and live casino online chat. It really comes down to which methods you prefer and how urgent your request is. Consider the fact that an email is the slowest of all support options, while still only taking a few hours. Making a phone call to the toll-free support line is quick, easy, and pretty painless. But using the online live chat is the quickest of all.

Whatever method of support you choose, all of the agents on duty are friendly and knowledgeable. They will be able to handle your question, issue, or concern very easily. Open hours are from 10am to 12am EST, every day. The contact options are usable from a smartphone since they don’t require any downloads and are just clicks away, with the phone number being listed so that users can easily copy it and dial.

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Our Verdict

"Our review shows that Drake Casino is a solid gambling site but that there are still some things to be worked on. The bonuses, combined with the games on different platforms, help keep the casino at a high level and players will certainly agree after getting thousands of dollars for free."

Overall Rating

4.4/5

Our conclusion is that players looking for something different when it comes to slots will definitely be impressed with the 3D creations from Betsoft featured at Drake Casino. The developer really gets the opportunity to show what it has to offer and customers will like the variety of options, not limited to just one or two categories.

It is a great time to be a new player at Drake. Not only is the welcome package a huge incentive to join seeing as it matches the first three deposits, but the mobile platform is better than ever. Plenty of popular slots and table games now run perfectly on Android and Apple mobile devices. There are also exciting tournaments to enter and win real cash by simply playing the featured games.

The only thing to look out for is the banking offering for cashing out, players should certainly check to see if they are good with the provided methods before joining. However, there are some convenient methods available even if the list is a little short, so this will likely not be a problem.